I use this space to share lessons learned, deep dives, and practical insights from my journey in cloud engineering and cybersecurity. My goal is simple: explain things the way I wish someone had explained them to me — clear, actionable, and free of buzzword soup. Whether you’re a recruiter curious about my perspective, a fellow engineer looking for tips, or someone just cloud-curious — I hope you find something useful here.
My Unsuspecting Journey into IT
How a linguist, studio builder, and security analyst found a home in cloud engineering. A story about pivots, adaptability, and learning to love the scenic route.
What WGU Taught Me About More Than Just Cloud Computing
How a nontraditional degree program became a launchpad for technical skills, certifications, and personal growth. From SOC analyst to cloud engineer, this is what WGU taught me about persistence, adaptability, and building real-world solutions.
Why Cloud Security Is Really About Identity and Automation
Cloud security isn’t just about firewalls and antivirus. In AWS and other cloud environments, identity and automation are the real keys to keeping systems secure. Learn why IAM and automation are the new perimeter—and how guardrails like AWS Config, Lambda, and IaC make security scalable.